Thread: That iPhone App commercial got me thinking..
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Unread 02-21-2010, 12:02 PM   #2
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Originally Posted by ScarletIce View Post
I'm sure, judging by Brian's reaction on the front page that he doesn't mind at all. But this commercial got me thinking. Isn't using copyrighted material in a commercial without permission illegal?

Or is Atomic Robo not technically copyrighted?

Or are UK laws just different...

This is purely curiousity mind you. I obviously don't think Brian is being victimized here. IT just got me thinking is all.

Your thoughts?
I'm thinking this was cleared with whomever it concerns.
Probably went via Red 5 Comics or the guys from the comic-book app, but don't quote me on it.
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